NIELSEN METAL FRAMES FOR PHOTOGRAPHS

PRESENTATION IS CRITICAL TO THE SUCCESS OF ANY FINE ART EXHIBITION

Metropolitan carries a limited line of metal frames specifically designed for exhibitions. The advantage is that they provide an economical alternative for exhibition frames and can be shipped in 24 hours. All are available in black. The 117 profile and our value line profile are available in additional finishes. Like our wood frames, the first decision you need to make is how your want to present your work. We have provided examples of matted and non matted presentations to help you decide. For a larger selection of profiles, woods and finishes, see our Wood Frames for Photography.

NON-MATTED PRESENTATION

When photographs are not matted it is necessary to separate the photograph from the glazing for conservation reasons. Metropolitan carries econospace which is a plastic spacer. It can be ordered in 1/8? or 1/4? five foot lengths or in bundles. Whether the frame comes to the image of the photograph or there is a white border left around the image is an aesthetic decision. See framing advice for how to install the spacer and assemble the metal frame.

PRESENTATION GALLERY

View our customer gallery to get a better idea of the presentation style that is best for your work.

PACKAGING & SHIPPING

PROFESSIONAL PACKAGING Metal frames are wrapped in brown paper and labeled and a custom box is made to ensure they arrive safely and to minimize shipping costs. If only ordering metal frames the shipping is less expensive because they come unjoined. If ordering acrylic and boards with your order, a larger box will be required and the shipping will be more expensive.

SHIPPING ESTIMATES are difficult to give because prices vary by zone, size, and weight. Most orders over $500 that do not require expedited shipping or oversize shipping should not exceed 15% of the order. Note: Although we do not have minimum orders, handling & shipping charges will be high if just ordering one individual frame.